Ellis Clark Trains Posted November 12, 2020 Share Posted November 12, 2020 Afternoon All, We're happy to announce another exclusive Darstaed project. May I present to you, The BR 63ft Mk1 Carflats This project is a little different to others, here's whats happening... These 63ft BR Mk1 Carflats will be constructed from the Darstaed Mk1 Mainline coach chassis and newly tooled bogies, the remaining construction is taking place in-house at Ellis Clark Trains, with a very limited amount being produced. The carflats will be available in 3 Liveries, including BR Bauxite, BR Blue & BR Blue ‘Motorail’ - all coming supplied with water slide transfers including a choice of running numbers. Specs & Info... Release Date: December 2020 Prices: £149 Each or 4 for £565 Specifications: Diecast chassis/underframe Newly tooled scale Mk1 bogies & wheels Finely detailed etched brass sides/stanchions, professionally painted in house Laser cut wood flooring - stained in house Sprung buffers Finescale wheels fitted Capable of running on Peco 2nd radius curves (40.5") BR Blue ‘Motorail’ - provided with Sprung Screwlink couplings BR Blue/BR Bauxite - provided with sprung Interstanter couplings Waterslide transfers supplied with a choice of running numbers Some CAD images below, however sample pictures aren't far around the corner! All three variants are now available to pre-order through the website, over the phone or via email. As always, no upfront payments or deposits are required What do you all think? All the best, Ellis. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airport2010 Posted November 13, 2020 Share Posted November 13, 2020 Hi Ellis Set of four ordered earlier...Motorail 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
suomen Posted February 26, 2021 Share Posted February 26, 2021 Hi Ellis, It has been rather quiet regarding the carflats recently. Since December has passed without emerging carflats, is there a new delivery date? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellis Clark Trains Posted February 27, 2021 Author Share Posted February 27, 2021 17 hours ago, suomen said: Hi Ellis, It has been rather quiet regarding the carflats recently. Since December has passed without emerging carflats, is there a new delivery date? Hi Frank, I must admit - this is my fault. I had been rather optimistic with the completion date of the carflats and in reality, it took quite a while longer to source parts, paint and build. The other reason is that they we're far more popular than first envisaged, and I wanted to be able to fulfil all preorders at once, as a pose to in small lots. The good news is that on Monday we are calling round all pre-orders! - so you've just beaten me to it :). What we have left in stock should be going on the website on Wednesday. All the best, Ellis. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
suomen Posted February 27, 2021 Share Posted February 27, 2021 Wow, that's really cool news! Thanks for the fast response, Ellis. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellis Clark Trains Posted March 2, 2021 Author Share Posted March 2, 2021 Morning everyone, Just a quick note to let you all know that the wooden ended carflats are now complete and in stock. The metal ended 'Motorail' versions should be ready by the middle of next week. We have a few people to ring round this morning and fulfil preorders, so if you have some on order but haven't yet had the call, fear not! . All the best, Ellis. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky1000 Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 I've had two Motorail ones Very pleased with them. G 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellis Clark Trains Posted March 4, 2021 Author Share Posted March 4, 2021 11 hours ago, Clarky1000 said: I've had two Motorail ones Very pleased with them. G Fantastic news - great to hear you're pleased with them :). All the best, Ellis. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky1000 Posted March 5, 2021 Share Posted March 5, 2021 My pleasure I fitted them both with MM1 Drophead Buckeyes rather than keeping the Screws They certainly look the part. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellis Clark Trains Posted March 8, 2021 Author Share Posted March 8, 2021 Evening all, Just a quick note to let everyone know that the 'Motorail' versions of the Carflats are now complete and in stock. Neil has also been busy weathering up a small batch in an attempt to cater for demand. We've got around 20 left in clean finish and 10 or so weathered, with a few held back in case we've missed any preorders. With that in mind, if you have a preorder and we haven't yet been in touch, please call the office tomorrow :). All the best, Ellis. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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